IT’S practically unheard of but a Loughborough dentist is handing out chocolate eggs to children this Easter.

IT’S practically unheard of but a Loughborough dentist is handing out chocolate eggs to children this Easter.

However before parents start panicking about their child’s teeth rotting and falling out, inside each of these free eggs available at The Dental Suite in Frederick Street, will be a toothbrush, toothpaste and a guide to healthy brushing.

This cracking concept was hatched up by the practice’s founder, Doctor Kalpesh Bohara, who believes that so long as children remember to regularly brush their teeth, they should be allowed to eat sugary foods - in moderation of course.

He said: “Kids all over Britain will be eating chocolate this Easter, and why not?

“Good oral hygiene does not mean you have to completely avoid chocolate and sugary foods, but it’s important that you have a balanced diet and take care of your teeth.

“With our eggs, kids get their sweet treat but are then encouraged to think about their teeth and take care of them.”

Continuing, he said: “People might think it’s crazy for a dentist to give kids chocolate but this is better than other eggs they will get this Easter.

“They are still delicious but contain a healthy message that I hope children will remember for the rest of their lives.” He added: “It’s the Easter gift that keeps on giving.”